Stumble brings trouble for Egypt

CAIRO (AFM) - When Egypt’s star-studded side failed to overcome Zambia in Cairo Stadium in 2010 FIFA World Cup qualifying, it wasn’t merely two points they lost. The shaky draw in their first test of the final round was a sudden jolt to the nerves of fervent supporters, who have seen their side falter at the final hurdle of qualifying all too often.

 
Lessons learned for Rajevac’s Ghana
ACCRA (AFM) - Taking second behind DR Congo at the inaugural CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) carries no shame for Ghana’s Serbian boss, as AFM found out. The coach, who took over the Black Stars from Claude Le Roy last year, believes the tournament was a positive learning experience and will help his senior squad in the South Africa 2010 qualifying tests to come.
 
Shared passion of Tanzania

ABIDJAN (AFM) - Building a national team on a strong core of players from the same club is not a new concept. It is, however, one that has captured the imagination in Tanzania as the country’s top club sent nearly their entire starting eleven to wear the national colours at the CAF African Nations Championship, in hopes of bolstering both club and country’s future.

 
New stars in Africa's sky
ABIDJAN (AFM) - The inaugural CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN for short) in Côte d'Ivoire produced its fair share of thrills and surprises, with Congo DR shocking the competition open only to players plying their trade in their domestic leagues. As a perfect shop window on some of the continent’s top young players and hidden gems, AFM shines the spotlight on seven of the finals’ top performers
 
Abd-Rabou, Egypt's new prince
CAIRO (AFM) - Egypt's Hosni Abd Rabou was named best player at the 2008 African Cup of Nations and may well be the key figure as the Pharaohs turn their attentions to South Africa 2010. AFM tells the dramatic story of the African prodigy that has tasted glory but also suffered heartbreak.
 
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